Relentless Pursuit of an Architecture Book by MKPL Architects – 19 Jan 2016 This Singapore-based studio, founded in 1995 by Siew Man Kok and Cheng Pai Ling, approaches its master planning— architecture, landscape, and interior work—with agility of thought, and conviction of purpose. What emerges is a distillation of the complex into the simple.

Collyer Quay Landscape – 23 Sep 2013Design: ONG&ONG, Architectsphoto : Derek Swalwell The development includes the newly completed Fullerton Bay Hotel flanked by two conservation buildings, Clifford Pier and Customs Harbour Branch Building. An array of retail, dining and entertainment establishments are housed along this stretch, which is nicely complemented by the vast outdoor performance spaces that were incorporated into the landscape.

The Bible House in Singapore – 10 Sep 2013Architect: LAUD Architectspicture from architects The architects state that “the inspiration for our design came from the very essence of our client’s core activites, the “Bible”. The bible comprises 2 parts, namely the old and new testament. In between them was the time when Jesus Christ lived on Earth. The Old and New testament are records from times BC and AD. In the design of Bible House, we similarly divided the site into 2 main zones and facade treatments. During the old testament era, people were governed in their faith, by a law. This law was very structured, which is why we portray the south elevation with the solid masonry wall and small tear-shaped openings.”

Health City Novena, city centre – 10 Sep 2013Architect: Broadway Malyanpicture from Broadway Malyan Plans have been announced for a mega integrated healthcare hub, to be built around Tan Tock Seng Hospital in Singapore, designed by global architecture, urbanism and design practice Broadway Malyan. ‘Health City Novena’ is spearheaded by Tan Tock Seng Hospital, the National Healthcare Group and Singapore Health Ministry, and will serve patients in Central Singapore, where the local population is aging faster than the rest of the country.

Wind Vault House, Singapore – 20 Aug 2013Design: Wallflower Architecture + Designphoto : Jeremy San As the brief was substantial, the overall form of the house needed to be pushed to the envelope limits. Naturally, there are also other considerations; the context and proximity of neighbouring homes, the daily sun path and the prevailing winds. Conceptually, the house is a raised reinforced concrete tube whose open ends are oriented in a general north-south direction.

The Wall House, Singapore – 20 Aug 2013Design: FARM, Architectsphoto : Bryan van der Beek and Edward Hendricks This is a tale of two houses – similar looking, yet independent and coming together to form a coherent whole. The two blocks sit on a sprawling piece of land, belonging respectively to the retired parents and one of their children.

Singapore Life Church, Prinsep Street – 31 Jul 2013Design: LAUD Architectsphoto from architect Founded in 1883, Singapore Life Church is one of the oldest Presbyterian Church in Singapore. The Church was previously housed on the same site in a 70s-built, modernist structure with an iconic sweeping visage.

48 North Canal Road, Singapore – 11 Jul 2013Design: WOHAphoto : Patrick Bingham-Hall The project brief called for a new boutique office and the reconstruction of a pair of heritage-listed shophouses. WOHA was commissioned only after their demolition to reconstruct the shopfront (up to 7.5m depth) in accordance with Singapore’s Urban Redevelopment Authority’s conservation and planning guidelines, and to design an entirely new, contemporary rear wing.

Audi Terminal, Alexandra RoadDesign: ONG&ONG Pte Ltdphoto : i29 interior architectsAudi Terminal Singapore – 5 Jun 2013 Standing eight-storeys high, Audi Singapore’s newly unveiled flagship store is the first ever high-rise Audi Terminal, and at 1,350 square metres per floor, is also the largest Audi showroom in Southeast Asia. The façade is clad in aluminium with hexagonal cut-outs forming a honeycomb pattern, while full-height glass windows for the lower floors make the building appear to float off the ground.

Jem Lifestyle Hub, Jurong Lake District, SingaporeDesign: SAA Architectsimage from architectJem Lifestyle Hub – 10 May 2013 Sustainable design has become highly valued as environmental consciousness increases across the globe. In Singapore, Jem® a multifaceted lifestyle hub located in the Jurong Lake District, pushes the boundary of the landscape replacement strategy. The result of the project, which is developed by Lend Lease, is a pleasant and beneficial working environment that increases the productivity of the workforce.

Parkroyal On PickeringDesign: WOHAphoto : Patrick Bingham-HallParkroyal On Pickering – 2 May 2013 + 4 Oct 2013 – a WAF winner Designed as a hotel and office in a garden, the project at Upper Pickering Street is a study of how we can not only conserve our greenery in a built-up high-rise city centre but multiply it in a manner that is architecturally striking, integrated and sustainable.

The Winged HouseArchitect: K2LD Architects Ptephoto : Patrick Bingham HallWinged House – 10 Oct 2012 A private family residence situated on a uniquely shaped triangular plot, the Winged House frames the site with two prominent forms – the trapeziums. These forms open towards the main view at the back of the site where 3 existing majestic palms are, and of lush greenery. These embracing forms carve out and frame a middle garden for friendly and private gatherings.

JKC1 SingaporeArchitect: ONG&ONG Pte Ltdphoto from architectsJKC1 Singapore – 9 Oct 2012 This is one of three ‘good class bungalow’ plots carved from a larger plot developed by the Keck Seng Group. The house sits on a slight incline and overlooks a pool in the front yard, following the feng shui belief of balancing the “mountain” and “water” elements. The first floor’s living and dining area is a vast and continuous space providing an unobstructed view of the pool and front lawn. The generously proportioned kitchen with laundry area is located to the back of the house together with the garage.

V on Shenton, SingaporeDesign: Ben van Berkel / UNStudioimage : UNStudioV on Shenton – 14 Aug 2012 Ben van Berkel / UNStudio have designed the new UIC building, ‘V on Shenton’, in the heart of Singapore’s Central Business District. The former UIC Building dominated the city skyline as Singapore’s tallest building for many years since its completion in 1973 and was part of an important collection of towers located along Shenton Way in the heart of Singapore’s Central Business District. Today, the area is undergoing rejuvenation and transformation and ‘V on Shenton’, the new UIC building, forms part of this redevelopment. The dual programming of ‘V on Shenton’, comprising office and residential, presents a unique situation in this area of the city.

Maritime Xperiential Museum, Resorts World SentosaMichael Graves & Associatesphoto Courtesy of Michael Graves AssociatesMaritime Xperiential Museum – 10 Jul 2012 International architects and designers, Michael Graves & Associates (MGA) announce the completion of the Maritime Xperiential Museum (MXM) at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) in Singapore. The project, lead by MGA Studio head Patrick Burke, marks another phase in RWS’s development. MGA completed Phase 1 in February of 2011, a $4 billion project, which included top-flight hotels, family entertainment, fine dining, and world-class gaming on 121 acres just across Keppel Harbor from downtown Singapore.

Singapore Institute of Architects Architectural Design Awards Winning Buildings + Architects – Newsphoto from Singapore Institute of ArchitectsSingapore Institute of Architects Architectural Design Awards – 18 May 2012 Singapore Institute of Architects (SIA) announce the recipients of the 12th SIA Architectural Design Awards, the profession’s highest recognition of works that exemplify excellence in architectural design. Selected from 112 submissions, 22 recipients will be honoured on 18 May 2012 at the SIA 51st Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony to be held at Resorts World Convention Centre.

Major Recent Singapore Buildings

Singapore Gardens by the BayDesign: Grant Associatesphoto : Darren ChinSingapore Gardens by the Bay – 19 Jun 2012 Designed by Grant Associates as tree-like structures between 25 metres and 50 metres in height (9 to 16 storeys), the 18 Supertrees are uniquely designed vertical gardens, with emphasis placed on creating a “wow” factor through the vertical display of tropical flowering climbers, epiphytes and ferns. At night, these canopies come alive with lighting and projected media produced by Lighting Planners Associates.

One Raffles Place Tower 2, Singapore CBDSAAphoto : SAA ArchitectsOne Raffles Place Tower 2 Singapore – 16 May 2012 A sustainable LED-lighted skyscraper building “poised to infuse vibrancy into the downtown core with full glass windows”. This landmark offers panoramic views of Singapore and multiple green features that enhance the quality of the working environment.